A classic block that is actually a variation on the ohio star. It is based upon a 3x3 grid with a plain centre, quarter square triangles in the side spots and diagonal rail fence subunits in the corners.
Here is a two colour version from Fat Quarter Shop
A classic block that is similar to the Hunter Star. each block is two colours only so looks great in solids.
from the fat quarter shop
There are more than one block design called the ribbon star. This one is a variation of the sawtooth star that uses a square-in-a-square for the centre of the block.
The centre can be constructed from four half square triangles back to back or from a square in a square block formed by adding half triangles to the sides of a square.
this version by Teresa Downunder uses four HST's
Based upon this simple star block these variations change the central square into something else
From the Sewing Studio we have a four patch in the centre constructed from 2 and a half inch squares which could have come from jelly roll strips or minicharms
This one is THE classic square with star points. Star points may be added using flying geese or half square triangles back-to-back.
Here it shines on it's own but is often used as the centre of other more complicated blocks.
For example, Blackford's beauty, Amish Star,
And there is always the variations that break up that central square into a pinwheel, a nine patch, etc
For example, star puzzle,
This offering is from the Crafty author
A lovely block that looks like a lot of work. This one uses partial seams in construction which turn out to not be as terrifying a people think!
This version is from Fons and Porter and finishes at 10 inches
Unlike the Contrary Wife block the contrary husband block is not as well known. With it's large central square it is a great place to use those special focal fabrics.
This version from Fat Quarter Shop uses partial seams in the construction
A classic block that is based upon a 4x4 grid. The effect is dependent upon the colour placement and here are two Youtube makers that have achieved different looks with the same block.
From Fat Quarter Shop
From Sunrise Studio
Another block that has a strong diagonal pattern.
From Lara Crafts
This block is based upon a 3x3 grid. For more 3x3 blocks click here
Is the goose in the pond or on the pond - who knows!
This block is an example of using a small nine patch or rail fence units as subunits within a bigger block and gives a classic heirloom block when finished.
colouring page from freequilts.com here
By Darvanlee Designs with Nicole Reed uses the classic two colours
Quilters Cache have an example quilt layout here
Elvy Crafts has pdf instructions for download here
A star within a star block that looks stunning
This one is by Sunrise Quilt Studio and makes a 16 inch block construction is actually an uneven 3x3 blcock
This is a block based upon a 3x3 grid and is a similar pattern to the weathervane block except the side squares form a chevron rather than a petal
This video is part of the Classic and Vintage Series from The Fat Quarter Shop
Based upon an uneven 3x3 grid this is a block that uses the square-in-a-square subunit and the cats cradle subunit.
This on is from the Classic and Vintage Series from Fat Quarter shop
Not to be confused with others of the same name this block is based upon a 3x3 grid and also a 2x2 gris and uses rectangles, flying geese, and half square triangles. The centre of the block is an eight point or sawtooth star. It is another popular one so take your pick on the video you choose.
this version is from Poppy Patchwork
Carol Thelen uses Accuquilt for hers
Fabric 406 shows it is perfect for scraps
Sunrise Quilt Studio keeps it classic with just two colours
As does Sew Granny Sew
Amanda Rolfe chooses more colours but arranged with symmetry
Patchwork Square also has a page here
Click here for more blocks based upon a 3x3 grid
This is a lovely medallion block is from the Classic and Vintage Series by Fat Quarter quilts. Not to be confused with other blocks of the same name!
Easy peasy 5x5 grid of squares with the colour doing the talking here. Perfect for a total beginner.
Click here for a version from Patchwork Square which includes example quilt layouts.
Click here for more 5x5 blocks
Here is the one from the Classic and Vintage series from Fat Quarter Shop
This block uses flying geese along with squares for an effective block based upon an unven 3x3 grid. There are lots of videos on this one so choose a maker that you like best!
Jordans Fabrics
From the Classic and Vintage Series by Fat Quarter Shop this block uses the "beam" subunit but makes it easy by using wedges and squaring to size. Link in description to free pdf for block
This block is an uneven nine patch or 3x3 block
Click here for more 3x3 blocks
Half Square Triangles and Quarter Square Triangles - definitely a more complex block. It is based upon a 5x5 grid.
Click here to go to Patchwork Square for instructions for a 10 inch block and quilt example layout.
Another free quilt from Makower that uses nine patches and friendship stars along with a panels of focus fabric top and bottom
Click here to download the pdf
From Makower this is a free quilt for those of you that have always wanted to make a Mariners Compass. The finished quilt is 60 inches square.
Click here to download the pattern
This is a two block pattern which uses the 54-40 or fight block and a simple snowballed block This version is by Theresa Downunder This ve...
